The Santiago Family has chosen an array of solar equipment for their home including:
Solar Sky Lightssupply a daylighting system that saves energy by using a natural light source. The Santiagos chose to add sky lights in their kitchen – an area that families gather most in the house.
Solar Vent Fan - The vent fan pulls the heat right out of the Santiago’s attic; it can lower temperatures by as much as 50 degrees.
Solar Pool Heaters produce up to 100% of the pool heating needs for a family. Because they live in Florida, the Santiagos have extended their swimming season nearly year-round with this addition.
Digital Control Systems control the pool and spa water temperature from remote locations. Portable and fixed mount styles.
Solar Water Heaters provide instant hot water from a collector on your roof that is heated by the sun and a storage tank (your current or an additional water heater). This hot water can be used for showers, washing machines, dishwashers and in the kitchen sink. The SWH purchased by the Santiago Family provides up to 90% of the family’s hot water needs.
Instant Hot Water System delivers hot water in 15-30 seconds without wasting a single drop of water and by using only a fraction of a penny’s worth of electricity. Saves an average of 20-30% on water and sewer fees.
Solar Electric or photovoltaic cells are used to convert the sun’s energy into electricity for your home. The Santiagos have installed a 4.5 kWatt panel system that is large enough to reduce the electric bills by at least $65/month. The real value of the system is in meeting the survival needs for the family during storm-related power outages. Basic appliances in their home can still run for several days due to battery back-up in the garage.
